Writing and Writing Instruction in the Era of AI
Moderator:
- C. Edward Watson, Vice President for Digital Innovation, AAC&U
Panelists:
- Laura Dumin, Professor in English and Technical Writing, University of Central Oklahoma
- Kyle Jensen, Professor of English and Director of Writing Programs at Arizona State University
- Anna Mills, English Instructor, College of Marin
- Sarah Z. Johnson, Academic Integrity Officer, Chair of First Year Composition, and Writing Center Director, Madison Area Technical College
- Bethany Miller, Associate Provost & Chief Data Officer, Macalester College
Those who teach writing or leverage writing for learning and assessment in their courses are among the educators whose practice and pedagogy have been the most disrupted by generative AI's emergence. Academic integrity persists as an ongoing challenge while, at the same time, writing and communication practices are being reshaped in real-world contexts beyond the academy. This session will examine the core issues around writing in college today and discuss strategies that promote academic integrity, maintain engagement, and encourage learning. Those attending this session will leave with practical solutions for addressing the core issues around college writing today and clarity regarding future trends in writing instruction as AI continues to advance.
AI Week Schedule:
March 24th from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. ET: The State of AI in Higher Education and What Is to ComeMarch 25th from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. ET: How Colleges are Responding to AI: Strategies and Approaches from Campuses Leading the Way March 26th from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. ET: Writing and Writing Instruction in the Era of AIMarch 27th from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. ET: Navigating the AI Revolution: Insights from Senior Leaders in Higher Education